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Ford Explorer vs. BMW X3 Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Ford Explorer vs. BMW X3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $43,920 BMW X3 3.0i | |||
| Difference: $525 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,215 BMW X3 3.0i | |||
| Difference: $2,264 | |||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | X3 |
| Trim | Limited | Platinum | 3.0i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $41,675 | $53,235 | $36,800 |
| Base Invoice | $39,800 | $50,839 | $33,670 |
| Cargo mat | 100 | 100 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | ||
| Cargo cover | 130 | 130 | |
| Premium Package | 1,800 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 700 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | 350 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,800 | ||
| Cargo mat | 95 | 95 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,515 | ||
| Cargo cover | 124 | 124 | |
| Premium Package | 1,640 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 635 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 730 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | 320 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,640 | ||
| Options (change) | 1,825 | 230 | 6,425 |
| Options (change) | 1,734 | 219 | 5,850 |
| Destination | 945 | 945 | 695 |
| Total Price | $44,445 | $54,410 | $43,920 |
| Total Invoice | $42,479 | $52,003 | $40,215 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,880 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,946 | |||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | X3 |
| Trim | Limited | Platinum | 3.0i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 280hp I4 | 365hp V6 | 225hp I6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 500, 12 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 235/55-17 |
| Total Price | $44,445 | $54,410 | $43,920 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,405 | -11,170 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,040 | $43,240 | $43,920 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,200 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $42,479 | $52,003 | $40,215 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,210 | -10,676 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,269 | $41,327 | $40,215 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,058 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | X3 |
| Trim | Limited | Platinum | 3.0i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo organizer | $100 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Skid plate (one) | $50 | ||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,620 | $16,385 | $5,215 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,405 | $11,170 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,210 | -10,676 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2017 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | X3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 110.1 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 179.7 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 66.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,458 lb. | 4,024 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 17.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 40.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 35.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 30.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 30.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 3.0i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 12% |
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